Schools in Albuquerque

High Desert is part of Albuquerque Public Schools. There are also several private schools in the area.

Elementary Schools Serving the High Desert Real Estate Market

Georgia O’Keeffe

Middle Schools Serving the High Desert Real Estate Market

Eisenhower

High Schools Serving the High Desert Real Estate Market

El Dorado

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About High Desert

High Desert in Albuquerque is a master-planned community consisting of 24 distinct subdivisions. The community, tucked away in the far northeast of the city, is filled with beautiful Southwestern-style homes that blend in beautifully with their unspoiled desert surroundings. This conveniently located community is only about a 30-minute commute to the University of New Mexico and a 20-minute commute to Sandia National Labs.

Villages in High Desert

High Desert comprises 24 villages, each with its own character and style. These subdivisions, some of which are gated, include:

The Aerie

Canyons (gated)

Chaco Compound (gated)

Chaco Ridge

Chamisa Trail

Desert Highlands

Desert Mountain (gated)

Desert Sky

Desert Song

The Enclave (gated)

The Highlands

The Legends (gated)

Mountain Highlands

The Overlook

Pinon Point

Solterra

Sunset Ridge

Tierra Del Oso

Trailhead

The Trillium (gated)

West Highlands

Wilderness Compound (gated)

Wilderness Estates

Wilderness Village

Dining, Shopping, and Entertainment in Albuquerque’s High Desert

You’ll find a handful of restaurants, shops and entertainment options in High Desert, but because it’s moments from Downtown Albuquerque, many residents also travel the short distance to expand their options.

Public Parks in High Desert

There are several parks in High Desert. Many of them are cozy community parks featuring playground equipment, picnic areas and other amenities. The Michael Emery Trailhead is located in the community, as is the Skyline Dog Park and Georgia O’Keefe Park. We’re also close to the Vista Sandia Equestrian Park, El Oso Grande Park and Hahn Park.